SAN MARCOS WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Float and Ride: A San Marcos River Trip with Austin Party Bus
A 7-hour, all-ages float on the San Marcos River with pickup from Austin, tubes waiting at the launch, and space to leave personal items on the party bus.
Float and Ride: A San Marcos River Trip with Austin Party Bus.
Experience a hassle-free San Marcos River float arranged by Austin Party Bus: the operator transports your group from Austin to the river, has tubes ready at the put-in so you avoid lines, and keeps personal items secure on the bus while you float. The preferred launch is Texas State Tubes—about 45 minutes from Austin—but the service can deliver you to other sanctioned put-ins if you prefer.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Texas State Tubes: a convenient launch
The operator’s preferred destination is Texas State Tubes, a convenient put-in roughly 45 minutes from Austin, used for efficient drop-off and pickup so your group spends more time on the water and less time waiting.
Party bus pickup, tubes ready, gear stowed
Austin Party Bus drives you straight to the float start with tubes waiting on arrival, and you can leave personal items on the bus for the duration of the float—no hauling coolers and bags to the riverbank.
Bring your drinks; relax on the float
Groups are invited to bring favorites onboard—the operator supplies ice, bottled water and cups on the bus, and you can bring other beverages to enjoy before and after the float.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day is organized around a single, leisurely float: your pickup in Austin begins the clock, the bus deposits you at the river put-in where tubes are waiting, and you drift the San Marcos before returning to the bus for the trip back—everything handled by the operator so the focus stays on the water and the company you bring.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring whatever beverages and personal items you want aboard; the operator notes you can bring your favorite drinks and that alcohol is allowed on the party bus.
The operator provides ice, bottled water, and cups for passengers on the bus.
You may leave personal items on the party bus while you float to avoid hauling coolers and bags to the riverbank.
Alcohol is allowed on the party bus; besides the provided ice and water, you can bring additional items onboard as desired.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do you pick up in Austin?
Yes—the operator provides convenient pickup from Austin; prices shown apply to pickups within 25 miles of downtown Austin.
How long is the trip?
The operation is sold as a 7-hour outing; the time begins when the operator picks you up and ends when you are dropped off.
Can I bring alcohol or food?
Alcohol is allowed on the party bus and you can bring whatever you want onboard; the operator supplies ice, bottled water, and cups.
What if my pickup is more than 25 miles from downtown Austin?
Pickups beyond the 25-mile radius are subject to a $10 per mile charge for every mile over the 25-mile radius (for example, a 28-mile pickup would add a $30 charge).
Where do we put in and where do tubes come from?
The preferred launch is Texas State Tubes—about 45 minutes from Austin—and the party bus takes you directly to the start of your float with tubes waiting so you don’t have to stand in line for rentals or another shuttle.
Can I leave my stuff on the bus while I float?
Yes—you can leave personal items on the bus while you are on the water.
Does the quoted price include gratuity?
No—pricing does not include gratuity.
Can I change my time or bus size?
Any requested time change or bus-size change must be confirmed in writing via email.